Australia Lunar Year of the Snake 2025 $1 Opal 1oz Silver Proof Coin

Those born under the sign of the Chinese Lunar Snake in 2025, 2013, 2001, 1989, 1977 and every 12th preceding year, are said to be wise, intelligent, and charming. Being passionate and articulate, they are also thought to make great leaders.

The coin's reverse incorporates a circular panel featuring an elegant snake detailed in pure Australian opal. Struck elements include intricate patterning with stylised depictions of jasmine, a plant said to attract snakes. The design also includes the inscription 'YEAR OF THE SNAKE' and the Chinese character for 'snake' together with the 2025 year-date, the coin's weight and purity, and The Perth Mint's 'P' mintmark.

Coin Highlights:

• Authentic Australian opal design
• Proof quality 99.99% pure silver
• Limited mintage - 6,000
• Australian legal tender